Deragola - Kaniha, Angul
Deragola is a village situated in the Kaniha tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from Samal Barrage and around 78 km from Anugul . Burukuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Deragola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Deragola is 403860. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 759100 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Deragola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Deragola
According to the 2011 Census, Deragola village had a total population of 433 people, including 210 males and 223 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.80%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 67.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 433 | 210 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 150 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 60 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Deragola
Deragola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Barapal | West | 1.26 km |
| Naikanali | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Mahuliapasi | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Fasipal | West | 1.85 km |
| Bakata | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Siaria | South | 2.27 km |
| Burukuna | West | 2.41 km |
| Badagunda | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Tolakapatia | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Kandakhaman | South | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Deragola
Deragola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Talcher, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talcher to Deragola is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Deragola is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Deragola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Deragola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Deragola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Deragola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Deragola
Where is Deragola located?
Deragola village is located in Kaniha Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Deragola?
The Gram Panchayat of Deragola is Burukuna.
What is the pincode of Deragola?
The pincode of Deragola is 759100.
What is the population of Deragola?
Deragola had a total population of 433, including 210 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Deragola?
Deragola had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Deragola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Deragola was 74.80%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 67.01%.